Antonio Guterres

António Guterres is a Portuguese diplomat and politician serving as the Secretary-General of the United Nations since 2017. Born in Lisbon in 1949, Guterres previously served as Prime Minister of Portugal and as the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR). He is known for advocating climate action, humanitarian aid, peacekeeping, and international cooperation during global crises.

UN Chief Backs Ruto’s Push for Permanent African Seats on Security Council

UN Secretary-General António Guterres has described Africa’s exclusion from permanent membership in the UN Security Council as a “historical injustice” rooted in colonial history.

ByAnna Faraja
OnMay 14, 2026

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UN Chief Backs Ruto’s Push for Permanent African Seats on Security Council

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